The Makita 18V LXT® Brushless Cordless 1/2” Mixer is an excellent cordless solution. It's perfect for mixing drywall mud and plaster, as well as drilling large holes. With a variable speed trigger, you can easily adjust the speed to either 0 - 350 RPM or 0 - 1300 RPM, ensuring optimal speed control for different materials and applications. The soft start feature reduces start - up reaction, giving you more control and better accuracy. In tough job site conditions, Extreme Protection Technology (XPT™) enhances dust and water resistance. A protective cover prevents battery (sold separately) contamination from mixing compound splash back. It belongs to Makita’s expanding 18V Lithium - Ion system, the world's largest cordless tool system powered by 18V Lithium - Ion slide - style batteries. Makita's 18V Lithium - Ion batteries charge quickly, so they can work more and spend less time on the charger. Makita's Star Protection Computer Controls™ improve tool performance and extend battery life. This communication technology allows the tool and battery to exchange data in real - time, protecting against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating. Included in the package are a 18V LXT® Lithium Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2' Mixer, a side handle, and a chuck key. The mixer has many great features like a variable 2 - speed design for versatile mixing, rubber guards to reduce build - up, an ergonomic handle for comfort, a trigger lock button for convenience, and an efficient BL™ Brushless motor that runs cooler and more efficiently with longer run - time per charge. Specifications include a no - load speed of 0 - 350 / 0 - 1300 RPM, 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion battery, overall length of 12 - 1/8', net weight of 6.6 lbs. (with battery, battery not included), 1/2' chuck size, keyed chuck type, shipping weight of 9.48 lbs., soft start, variable speed, and a UPC Code of 088381 - 876261.
Using the Makita 18V LXT 1/2 - Inch Mixer is easy. First, make sure you have a fully - charged 18V LXT® Lithium - Ion battery (sold separately). Attach the side handle for better control. To start, press the variable speed trigger and adjust the speed according to the material you're working with. For drywall mud or plaster, you might want a lower speed, like 0 - 350 RPM. For drilling large holes, a higher speed of 0 - 1300 RPM could be more suitable. When using the mixer, be aware of the soft start feature. It'll help you have better control right from the start. After use, clean the mixer. Wipe off any mixing compound on the rubber splash guard and trigger cover. The protective cover on the battery area is there to prevent contamination, so make sure it's in place. To maintain the battery, use the Rapid Optimum Charger (sold separately). It communicates with the battery's built - in chip to optimize battery life. Also, store the mixer in a dry place to keep it in good condition. And remember, the Star Protection Computer Controls™ are there to protect the tool and battery from overloading, over - discharging, and overheating, so don't worry too much about pushing it too hard as long as you follow these basic steps.
